Male or Female Light Brahma? Help identifying?

[Russell2000]

Cant tell if these guys are roosters or hens. I'm sorry the picture isnt that good as the cage they are in at this auction isnt the largest.

 

[Gallinarium]

Three hens and a rooster.

 

[Russell2000]

Three hens and a rooster.

Is the center (with a lot more black) the rooster? I got very confused cause they all seem to have decently sized peacombs? And if so would it be anymore difficult to introduce these guys into my group of 14 varied breed laying hens and one Cochin Rooster? Should I keep the hens and re sell the rooster?

 

[HappyClucker7]

Yes, the one with more black is definitely a rooster. The others are hens.

 

[Gallinarium]

The one in the center as described is the rooster. Roosters can get along, especially since those breeds typically aren't as political. You can try it and see how it works out, and resell if necessary. Keep in mind the extended time for a rooster to settle in the pecking order.

 

[Russell2000]

Thanks guys, I picked them up

 

[Russell2000]

Just an update, I integrated last night (didnt wanna keep em in the small "cage" for any longer than I needed to and didnt have anything to really seperate them for a few days. I know this can be a pretty big risk but it seems like my flock is fairly open to them as I dont see any signs of fighting or aggression from over night (even the roosters seem okay with one another). The new birds are also joining the main flock and arent staying in there own corner which I'm also taking as a good sign. I'm going to keep checking throughout the day for any aggression but so far the five of them are looking like a great addition. Thanks!

 

[Onyxflock]

I read an article by Aart on this site where he mentions it's good to move the young rooster in with the older hens. Roosters raised in common with the hens of the same age can become bossy & aggressive. It seems the older hens will keep them in line as they mature & get rowdy